How To Fix SMARTFORMS205 - Form or text & has been deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMARTFORMS - Smart Forms - Form Builder

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Form or text & has been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMARTFORMS205 - Form or text & has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message SMARTFORMS205 indicates that a Smart Form or text object you are trying to access has been deleted. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a Smart Form is referenced in a program or when trying to print a document that relies on a Smart Form that no longer exists.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Smart Form: The Smart Form you are trying to use has been deleted from the SAP system.
  Transport Issues: The Smart Form may have been deleted in the development environment but not transported correctly to the quality or production environment.
  Incorrect Naming: There might be a typo or incorrect name used when trying to access the Smart Form.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the Smart Form, leading to the perception that it has been deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existence: Verify if the Smart Form still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Smart Forms transaction (transaction code SMARTFORMS) and checking if the form is listed.
  Restore the Smart Form: If the Smart Form has been deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it if no backup is available.
  Transport Requests: If the Smart Form was deleted in a development environment, check the transport requests to ensure that the form is included in the transport to the quality or production environment.
  Correct Naming: Double-check the name of the Smart Form in your program or configuration to ensure it matches the actual name in the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the Smart Form. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SMARTFORMS: To create or modify Smart Forms.
  SE80: Object Navigator, where you can also check for Smart Forms.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Smart Forms for more detailed information on creating and managing Smart Forms.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to Smart Forms and this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.